Turda Salt Mine (Salina Turda)

There is an absolutely unknown, but very beautiful attraction in the industrial town of Turda - it's an old salt mine. Salt was mined here since ancient times, the first mention dates back 1075 .

In 1992, it was opened to tourists, and in 2009 6 million euros were invested in the modernization of the tourist infrastructure. This was accompanied by numerous political scandals and changes in the headquaters of the mine. In 2010, a new entrance B was opened.

Tourists can visit a long corridor, a huge underground Rudolf mine and several small rooms. Actually, the big mine is the main attraction. Inside there is even a Ferris wheel and a lake with boats. The most interesting part is lighting, the cave looks like a spaceship from the Star Trek.

Find opening times and prices on the official website. The mine works year-round, the temperature inside is constant (12° C). If you come in the summer, better be earlier, as the place is popular and big queues are possible.